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Unlock the White House Watch newsletter for freeA guide to what the 2024 US election means for Washington and the world.The author is a technology entrepreneur and investor.In 2016, President Barack Obama told his staff that Donald Trump’s election victory was “not the end of the world.” By any definition, he was right. But President Obama could not provide the same reassurance in 2025, understood in the original meaning of the Greek word apokalypsis, meaning “revelation.” President Trump’s return to the White House portends the apocalyptic reveal of the Ancien regime’s secrets. The new administration’s revelations do not necessarily justify…

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This article was produced for ProPublica’s Local Reporting Network in partnership with Capitol News Illinois. _A portion of the reporting in Alexander County is supported by funding from the Pulitzer Center. Sign up for Dispatches to get stories like this one as soon as they are published. Reporting Highlights Child Care Gap: About 70% of rural Illinoisans live in a child care desert, forcing tough choices on parents: Some drive 100 miles a day or more to find care, others leave the workforce. Provider Crisis: Illinois lost 4,300 providers in a decade, a 33% decline. Those hoping to open new…

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The true power of engagement When many people hear the words “compliance training,” they tend to concentrate. They’ll probably immediately imagine a dry check-box exercise with too many slides, monotonous, emotionless narration, and perhaps an unskippable quiz or two. But ethics and compliance (E&C) training shouldn’t be boring. It can and should be energizing, relevant and actually useful to employees at all levels of the organization. This is not about forcing lessons on employees that are inflexible and don’t reflect the different roles people play in the workplace. The idea that a newly hired financial analyst and a tenured human…

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ProPublica is a nonprofit news company that investigates abuses of power. Sign up for Dispatches, a newsletter focused on fraud across the country, and get it delivered to your inbox every week. Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s chances to make good on many of her campaign promises are closing as Democrats fail to unite around the legislative agenda at the end of 2024. For the past two years, Michigan Democrats have led all branches of government for the first time in nearly 40 years, starting with a multibillion-dollar budget surplus. However, the trifecta was lost when Republicans took back the state…

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Jessi Healey breaks down the latest changes in social media, from Instagram’s hashtag updates and Meta’s fact checker removal to TikTok’s ban and emerging platforms like Threads and Bluesky. Whether you’re refining your business model, mastering new technology, or finding a strategy to take advantage of the next market boom, Inman Connect New York prepares you to take a bold step. The next chapter is about to begin. Please join us. Join us and thousands of other real estate leaders from January 22-24, 2025. Social media platforms are constantly changing, and savvy real estate agents need to monitor changes and…

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AI has the potential to improve tenant experience in ways that go beyond operational efficiency by freeing up resources, improving responsiveness, and creating new engagement opportunities, writes Michael Zaransky . Whether you’re refining your business model, mastering new technology, or finding a strategy to take advantage of the next market boom, Inman Connect New York prepares you to take a bold step. The next chapter is about to begin. Please join us. Join us and thousands of other real estate leaders from January 22-24, 2025. AI is significantly changing the trajectory of the real estate sector, boasting applications that have…

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Whether you’re refining your business model, mastering new technology, or finding a strategy to take advantage of the next market boom, Inman Connect New York prepares you to take a bold step. The next chapter is about to begin. Please join us. Join us and thousands of other real estate leaders from January 22-24, 2025. I don’t know about you, but I think if I had a twin to help me with my projects and plans, not only would it be a huge help, but I would be able to spend more quality time educating my clients. , this is…

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Cincinnati is one of those places that feels like a hidden gem, with surprises around every corner. There’s always something to pique your curiosity as you stroll along the river or explore Cincy’s neighborhoods. With its blend of historic charm, modern flair, and delicious food, Cincinnati offers a little something for everyone. So if you’re looking to explore the Queen City, we’ve put together a bucket list of must-do experiences that will make you fall in love with this vibrant Midwestern hub even more. Considering a move to Cincy? Check out: Apartments for Rent in Cincinnati, OH | Homes for…

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Implementing a coaching plan at your brokerage firm can significantly improve agent performance and satisfaction, writes coach Verl Workman. Whether you’re refining your business model, mastering new technology, or finding a strategy to take advantage of the next market boom, Inman Connect New York prepares you to take a bold step. The next chapter is about to begin. Please join us. Join us and thousands of other real estate leaders from January 22-24, 2025. Real estate is always changing. Industry insiders know this all too well. However, the fact remains that the success of a brokerage firm depends on the…

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Whether you’re refining your business model, mastering new technology, or finding a strategy to take advantage of the next market boom, Inman Connect New York prepares you to take a bold step. The next chapter is about to begin. Please join us. Join us and thousands of other real estate leaders from January 22-24, 2025. Want to do more with your business? Inman Access provides insights and ideas from industry leaders designed to help you do more every day. It is every agent’s goal to create the best listing possible and market it efficiently. OJO’s Patrick Kearns joins proptech consultant…

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